An edition of The Mong Oral Tradition (2006)

The Mong Oral Tradition

Cultural Memory in the Absence of Written Language

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An edition of The Mong Oral Tradition (2006)

The Mong Oral Tradition

Cultural Memory in the Absence of Written Language

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"Explores lives of 13 Mong elders, oral tradition and cultural practices. Discusses Mong rituals, tribal customs, religious beliefs and educational experiences, lifestyle elders maintained in mountains of Laos. They describe childhood, communities, religious rituals and cultural traditions, ongoing struggle adjusting to their new homeland. Delves into Mong perceptions of industrialization and the generational conflict in a literate society"--Provided by publisher.

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McFarland & Company
Language
English
Pages
210

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Subjects

Hmong (asian people), Oral tradition, Hmong Americans, Cultural assimilation, Ethnic identity

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DS555.45.M5T53 2006, DS555.45.M5 T53 2006

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Format
Paperback
Number of pages
210
Dimensions
8.8 x 6 x 0.6 inches
Weight
10.4 ounces

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OL8139609M
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mongoraltraditio0000thao
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0786427493
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9780786427499
LCCN
2006026723
OCLC/WorldCat
71004249
LibraryThing
5245353
Goodreads
2029300

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OL8569383W

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